Study nerves and breathing after stopping life support
This trial looks at how a person’s nervous system signals change right after life support is withdrawn. It may help doctors better understand what to expect during end-of-life care and how to monitor the process.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- Your care team plans to withdraw life-sustaining treatments.
- Your doctor expects you will pass away within 24 hours after life support is stopped.
- You have an arterial line (a small tube in an artery) in place for continuous blood pressure monitoring.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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